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3rd January 2008, Page 53
3rd January 2008
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Page 53, 3rd January 2008 — MERCEDES-BENZ AXOR
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Engines: 6.4-are, 6cyl, 240hp/850Nm, 290hp/1,120Nm; 6cyl,

330hp/1,300Nm; 12.0-lit, 6cyl, 360hp/1,850N m, 400hp/2,000Nm, 430hp/2,100Nm Transmission: 6spd man, 9spd man, 16spd man Chassis: 4x2, 4x4, 6x4, 8x4GVW: 18.0t, 26.0t, 32.Dt Wheelbase: 3,900-6,750mm MODEUISTED/PUBLINED: NCR 3240 18 May 2006 11's slowly emerging as a Ilghtweight alternative to the big three, and Mercedes has worked hard to develop the Axor from a fleet vehicle to a construction truck. The philosophy is essentially the same: though — bog-standard, designed to be simple to use and versatile for all operations.

The manufacturer has realigned the tipper line-up right down to the construction two-axle tipper with the 64-litre engine. There are three drivelines, with the 12.0-litre heavier than those currently offered by most manufacturers.

It's a versatile vehicle with a host of weight-saving features—

disc brakes and no anti-roll bar on the front axle—which puts It on a par with the big three.

Operators don't get much of a choice of cabs away from the extended day option but, If you want it, Mercedes will probably build it.

The slap-over transmission wouldn't be our first choice, but users get used to it. At the top end, the drivellne packs a decent punch.

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